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Description

TMB is pleased to announce the release of Hippotizer Version 4. Hippotizer V4 represents the sum total of Green Hippo’s years of innovation. New software and a completely redesigned, leading-edge hardware package.

V4 features include FlexRes ultra HD codec, built-in SHAPE 3D visualizer, flexible new output management system, multi-user sessions and a redesigned user interface. Running Windows 8 Embedded, 64-bit OS, V4’s entirely new hardware, with the very latest in SSD, capture and display hardware, will also feature the STRATA Caddy removable drive system – making any show completely transportable.

The V4 starting line-up includes the following units with more expected next year:

Features

Multi-user sessions – Multi-user sessions allow more than one user to work on the same show file at the same time.

64 bit operating system and software – Hippo is now running on Microsoft’s latest operating system, making it much easier to use up to date external peripherals.

New easy to configure output manager – The output manager has been completely rewritten allowing for complete flexibility in routing whatever you want, where ever you want!!!

Optional 3D or 2D workspace (3D uses SHAPE) – Use Hippo in its traditional state for easy media selection and manipulation or use it in conjunction with SHAPE to make the hardest 3D projects seem easy!

Removable SSD hard drives (Strata caddy system) – You can now pre transcode content and carry your own hard drives without the need of owning a Hippo product. Offline transcoding software will allow you to transcode media on any PC.

Mixes!!! The ability to route layers to different resolutions across any output on the fly!

Projector auto calibration – You will now be able to align your projectors from your 3D space to your real space in a few clicks of the mouse!

Native workflow through Adobe After Effects – Hippo will now allow a live After Effects plug in allowing you to directly import into the Hippo Software!

Virtual outputs, this allows you to configure a whole show with multiple outputs on one machine without the need for multiple machines.

Splitters now recognized as individual outputs not a Split canvas. So for example the AMBA base model can be an independent 4 output machine!

SHAPE and FlexRes plug-ins for After-Effects and other graphics programs will allow content creators to render directly into Hippo.

Please note that . . .

V4 software can only run on V4 hardware – V4 will not be able to run on any existing V3 hardware.

Green Hippo will be offering an upgrade program through TMB, for current V3 Hippotizer owners to upgrade to V4 Hardware and Software.

V4 machines will run V3 compatibility mode with the final version of V3; V3.2.4. V3.2.4 will be the final V3 release.

Models

4 models for a variety of applications

Taiga

Boreal

Karst

Amba

6 Outputs

4 Outputs

2 Outputs

1 Output

4U Rackmount

4U Rackmount

2U Rackmount

1U Rackmount

Taiga

The powerhouse of the range, Taiga redefines all that is possible from a single media server. Featuring 6 unlimited DVI or DisplayPort outputs, the Taiga can drive at least 3 x 4K displays at full frame rate. DisplayPort 1.2 enables the Taiga to drive many 4K displays and projectors with a single cable. Taiga uses the newest generation of server-class computer hardware to deliver unrivalled performance.

6x DisplayPort 1.2, or 6x DVI Dual link outputs (chosen at purchase)

All outputs can be Genlocked to an external sync source

Input options: 3G-SDI; DVI-SL/DL; HDMI; HD-SDI; SDI; SMPTE

3TB of internal Solid State Drives, (SSD) including 1TB of PCIe SSD

Stereo XLR Audio in and out with isolation and earth lift

4x Removable harddrives for upto 4TB of additional SSD storage using the STRATA Caddy System

Optional Touch screen

Status indicating front LEDs

Technical Sheet

Taiga

Boreal

The new standard for touring media servers. With four DVI or HD-SDI outputs, Hippotizer Boreal is designed for the rigours of life on the road. All video outputs are EDID managed with dedicated hardware to ensure easy set up and operation in any environment. Each output includes a second parallel connection to enable local monitoring.

Karst

Unparalleled power and flexibility built into a custom, tour ready case. A host of customisable output and capture options mean that the Hippotizer Karst can fit into many different roles. Featuring a total of 3 outputs, as well as dual control monitors, the Hippotizer Karst can drive the most demanding shows with ease. At only 2 rack units high, the Hippotizer Karst packs two HD-SDI outputs into a very small space while the third display port 1.2 connection offers the ability to drive very large resolution screens with just a single cable.

Amba

A compact and powerful 1U media server with the capacity for an internal capture card and a removable drive; the Amba outperforms many larger systems. With a single unlimited resolution output, the Amba can be used with splitters or on Greater than HD projects.

1x DVI, HDMI, or DisplayPort output

Supports output splitters

Input options: 3G-SDI; DVI-SL/DL; HDMI; HD-SDI; SDI

1 Removable harddrive as part of the STRATA Caddy system

Front-mounted status LEDs

Technical Sheet

Amba

FlexRes Codec

NEW! Green Hippo’s FlexRes! The new codec everyone has been waiting for!